Social media, technological seduction & the impact on young minds

01/04/201714/09/2025 / Talk Therapy Dublin / Leave a comment

An article by leading Irish child and adolescent psychotherapist Colm Noctor, providing insights for parents facing the challenges of children immersed in an era of increased technology & ever changing forms of social media.

With anxiety, sleep disruption and other problematic issues becoming increasingly evident linked to the impact of social media on both how we relate to ourselves and our external world, psychotherapy can be an effective intervention to relieve distress linked to an environment driven by technology.

Choosing a therapist – what to consider

15/02/2017 / Talk Therapy Dublin / 2 Comments

There are a number of different school’s of psychotherapy and clients often see a therapist unsure of how they may work.

This can sometimes be a factor in early drop out of therapy. This UK article from the telegraph looks at the issue of how to choose the right therapist for you.

Talk Therapy or Medication?

15/10/201604/01/2024 / Talk Therapy Dublin / 2 Comments

This article explores the reliance on prescription medication when tackling certain mental health issues and may be of interest for clients exploring psychotherapy.

How relevant is the type (or school) of psychotherapy my therapist uses?

29/09/201614/09/2025 / Talk Therapy Dublin / 2 Comments

With so many forms of psychotherapy in use in Ireland & beyond it can be daunting knowing which might be best for you. Often there is misinformation and “flavor of the month” therapies being pushed too which may not work for specific clients with specific issues.

Here is an article highlighting the importance of the relationship between client and therapist in terms of successful outcomes. The school of therapy the practitioner employs (CBT, Person Centered, Gestalt etc) is less important.

This is an important point for clients to consider when choosing a therapist.

How do I find the right therapist?

27/09/201604/01/2024 / Talk Therapy Dublin / 3 Comments

Client often report having difficulty finding the right services and indeed the right therapist when in a state of distress. Often GP’s and many other services are just as confused.

Here is an informative article for those considering starting Psychotherapy from the Irish Times

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Choosing a therapist – what to consider

Talk Therapy or Medication?

How relevant is the type (or school) of psychotherapy my therapist uses?

How do I find the right therapist?